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How to replace the car battery on a Mazda6

We show the steps needed to replace the car battery on a Mazda 6 sedan

Car Ownership

Easy install

The Mazda 6 may no longer be on sale here in South Africa but there were a few that were traded a few years back. If you are one of the lucky ones that managed to snatch up one of these left-field option sedans you may be in need of a new car battery.

 

Related: Mazda6 2.5 Individual Auto - Video Review

 

A trip to your local Mazda dealer won't be needed though as we can show you how to tackle this right at home with minimal tools.

 

You will need:

  • Car battery for your year and model designation
  • 10mm wrench or socket and socket wrench

 

Let's get it done!

 

1. Open the bonnet.

 

2. Locate the battery.

 

3. Use the 10mm wrench to remove the negative terminal

 

4. Use the 10mm wrench to remove the positive terminal.

 

5. Use the 10mm wrench to remove the hold-down bracket.

 

8. Replace battery.

 

9. Reinstall everything in reverse order.

 

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Author - Lawrence Minnie

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more

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